— i Copyright This publication, including all photographs, illustrations and software, is protected under international copyright laws, with all rights reserved. Neither this manual, nor any of the material contained herein, may be reproduced without written consent of the manufacturer. Version 1.1, June 2006 Disclaimer The information in this document is subject to change without notice.
ii — • • • • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver. Connect the equipment onto an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Shielded interconnect cables and a shielded AC power cable must be employed with this equipment to ensure compliance with the pertinent RF emission limits governing this device.
— iii Table of Contents Getting Started with the VM - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1 About this manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Front-left view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Right view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 LED descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
iv — Install spyware blocker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Networking your computer - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 25 Determining IP address settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Setting up a wired connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Bluetooth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Getting Started with the VM About this manual This User manual provides information to help you operate and get the most from your computer. Read the Setup guide to quickly set up and begin using your computer.
2 — Getting Started with the VM Front-left view 15 1 12 14 2 3 13 4 12 11 10 5 9 8 7 6 1. STEREO MICROPHONE • Use the built-in stereo microphone for recording sound and videoconferencing with friends. 2. POWER BUTTON • Press and hold the power button for two seconds to turn on the computer. 3. TOUCHPAD AND TOUCHPAD BUTTONS • Use the touchpad to move the pointer on the screen. The touchpad and the touchpad buttons have similar functions to a mouse. 4.
Front-left view — 3 6. MICROPHONE JACK • Connect a microphone to the microphone jack. 7. ETHERNET CONNECTOR • Connect the computer to your home or office network (LAN) with the Ethernet connector. 8. USB CONNECTORS • Connect USB devices such such as printers or flash drives to the USB connectors. 9. MONITOR (VGA) CONNECTOR • Connect an external display or projector to the monitor connector. 10. AC POWER CONNECTOR • Connect the AC adapter to this connector. 11.
4 — Getting Started with the VM Right view 1 2 3 4 5 1. DVD/CD-RW COMBO DRIVE • Playback your favorite DVDs or burn CDs on the combo drive. 2. DVD/CD-RW LED • Flashes when the combo drive is accessed. 3. DVD/CD-RW EJECT BUTTON • Press to eject the drive tray. 4. EMERGENCY EJECT HOLE • Insert a straightened paper clip to eject the drive tray when the computer is turned off. 5. EXPRESSCARD SLOT • Install an ExpressCard in the ExpressCard slot.
LED descriptions — 5 LED descriptions 1 1. 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 BATTERY (NO AC ADAPTER CONNECTED) • Green: The battery is in use and has has more than 10% capacity. • Blinking red: The battery has less than 10% capacity. (AC ADAPTER CONNECTED) • Blinking green: The battery is charging. • Green: The battery is charged. • Red: The battery has a problem and cannot be charged. Return the battery to your reseller for servicing. NOTE: If no battery is installed, then the battery LED is always off. 2.
6 — Getting Started with the VM • Blinking: Data is being transmitted or received. NOTE: The wireless WAN module is available on some VM models. 5. BLUETOOTH™ • Slow blinking: The Bluetooth module is on standby. • Fast blinking: Data is being transmitted or received. 6. NUM LOCK • Lights when the numeric keypad is enabled. 7. CAPS LOCK • Lights when Caps Lock mode is enabled. When enabled you can type alphabetic characters without holding the Shift key. 8.
Installing the battery — 7 Installing the battery 1. Align the guides on the sides of the battery with the guides in the bay and then install the battery. 2. Slide the battery release to the closed position. 3. Slide the battery lock to the locked position.
8 — Getting Started with the VM Connecting the AC adapter 1. Connect the AC adapter connector (A) to the AC jack on the computer . C B A 2. Connect the AC cable (B) to the AC adapter. 3. Connect the other end of the AC cable (C) to an electrical outlet. The power LED and the battery charge LED light.
Adjusting the display — 9 Adjusting the display Your computer display can adjusted vertically on the rear support and it can be tilted away from the support to a horizontal position. 1. Open the display. 2. Slide the display upwards on the rear support.
10 — Getting Started with the VM 3. Hold the display at the bottom and pull it away from the rear support to the angle you want. 4. Adjust the rear support further to the position you want.
Using the fingerprint reader — 11 Using the fingerprint reader The fingerprint reader allows you to control access to your computer. To enroll your finger: 1. Click Start -> All Programs -> Fingerprint Application Suite -> PCA250 -> First-time Wizard. Follow the instructions in the Wizard. 2. When prompted, select the finger that you want to enroll. 3. Place the tip of your finger above the fingerprint reader as shown below. 4.
12 — Using the keyboard and touchpad Using the keyboard and touchpad Your computer’s mini-size keyboard and touchpad provide similar functionality as a standard keyboard and mouse. Using the touchpad The touchpad consists of a pad and two click-buttons. The left and right buttons correspond to the left and right buttons on a mouse. Slide your finger over the pad in the direction you want the pointer to move on the screen.
Using the fingerprint reader — 13 2 1 The Fn key functions are described below. Esc F1 ~ ` ! 1 F2 Q Tab Fn F5 F6 $ 4 R D X F7 % 5 E S Z Shift F4 # 3 W A Caps Lock Ctrl F3 @ 2 & 7 T F C Y G V F8 ^ 6 F10 * 8 ( 9 U H B F9 F11 I J N O K M Alt F12 NumLk Scr Lk ) 0 : ; Alt > . Insert Prt Sc + = { [ P L < , _ - } ] | \ Enter Shift Ctrl Pause Break Backspace " ' ? / Delete SysRq PgUp Home PgUp End • Fn + F1: Changes video output to an external d
14 — Using the keyboard and touchpad • Fn + SysRq: Terminal request. This key is rarely used. • Fn + Home: Moves the pointer to the beginning of a line in text. • Fn + End: Moves the pointer to the end of a line in text. • Fn + PgUp: Moves text up one screen at a time. • Fn + PgDn: Moves text down one screen at a time. Using the numeric keypad The keyboard has an embedded numeric keyboard. When you enable it, the Num Lock LED is on. To enable or disable the numeric keypad, press Num Lk.
Using the fingerprint reader — 15 • Caps Lock: Toggles uppercase on and off. TIP! Refer to the Windows® start here booklet for additional keyboard shortcuts.
16 — Connecting devices Connecting devices This section covers peripheral devices that you can use with the VM. Connecting audio devices Your computer has a built-in microphone and speaker. You can also connect an external microphone and headset. 1. Connect speakers or headphones to the headphone jack.
Connecting audio devices — 17 2. Connect a microphone to the microphone jack. The Realtek Sound Manager automatically opens allowing you to configure audio devices. NOTE: The built-in speakers and microphone are automatically disabled when you connect external speakers or a microphone.
18 — Connecting devices Connecting USB devices There are two Universal Serial Bus (USB) connectors on the computer. You can connect USB devices such as printers or flash drives to either connector. CAUTION: Be sure the USB icon on the connector is facing upwards as shown below. Connecting a USB cable incorrectly can damage the connector on the computer. 1. Connect the USB device to one of the USB connectors on the computer. 2. Install drivers for the device as prompted.
Connecting an external display — 19 Connecting an external display You can connect an external monitor or LCD to your computer with a resolution up to 1800 x 1440. Check the user manual of the display to be sure it supports this resolution. CAUTION: You can permanently damage a display if it does not support the resolution that your computer is set to. Match the resolution of the VM to the external display before you attach it to the computer. 1.
20 — Connecting devices Using an ExpressCard You can use 34 mm-wide and 54 mm-wide ExpressCards with your computer. NOTE: Do not insert an ExpressCard when the computer is in standby or hibernate mode. If you do, when you try to resume the computer it may not respond. CAUTION: Static electricity in your body can damage ExpressCards. To reduce the static electricity in your body, touch a bare metal table or a grounded metal object before installing an ExpressCard. To install an ExpressCard: 1.
Using an ExpressCard — 21 2. Insert the card into the slot.
22 — Flybook control center Flybook control center The Flybook Control Center lets you quickly enable or disable wireless options and change settings such as volume and display mode. You can also check system health with this utility. Opening the control center To open the Control Center, click the Flybook icon in the system tray and select Restore.
Before you go online — 23 Securing and backing up your system Before you go online Connecting your computer to the Internet opens the way to potential threats such as viruses and spyware. To best secure your computer purchase security software (or download it from a secure system), and then install it on your computer before you connect it to the Internet. To check your computer’s security settings: 1. Click Start -> Control Panel, and then double-click Security Center. Windows Security Center opens. 2.
24 — Securing and backing up your system Install virus protection Your computer is installed with a free three-month trial of Norman Virus Control. To check your virus settings, click start -> All Programs -> Norman Virus Control -> Configuration Editor. Click Help for more information. Install a Firewall A firewall protects your computer by blocking or allowing traffic between your computer and the Internet. Windows has a built-in firewall that helps to protect your computer.
Determining IP address settings — 25 Networking your computer Your computer has an Ethernet connector that you can use to connect to a wired network at home or in the office. If you have a wireless access point, you can also get online using the built-in wireless LAN of your computer. Determining IP address settings To access a network, your computer must have a network IP address. The IP address is either assigned manually (a static IP address), or it is assigned automatically by a DHCP router or server.
26 — Networking your computer 1. Connect an Ethernet cable to the Ethernet connector on the computer. 2. Connect the other end of the cable to your router or switch. It takes a few minutes for your router to assign an IP address to your computer. When your computer is connected, the following message appears over the LAN icon in the system tray. Local Area Connection Speed: 100.0 Mbps Status: Connected 3. Double-click the LAN icon to view details for your connection.
Bluetooth — 27 Using the built-in Webcam Your computer features a built-in Webcam that is already set up and ready to use. Use your Webcam to make live video calls and keep in touch with friends and family. CAPTURING VIDEO 1. Press Fn + F12 to enable the built-in Webcam. The camera LED lights. Stereo microphone 2 1 2. Click start -> AMCap or double-click the AMCap icon on your desktop to open the AMCap utility. 3. To start recording, click Capture -> Start Capture.
28 — Ergonomics Ergonomics Ergonomics is the science of equipment design, particulary for working situations, with the intention of reducing discomfort. Ergonomic products, such as keboards or mice, are designed to blend smoothly with your actions. When using your computer try to develop good habits such as the following: • Periodically get up, stretch and walk around the room. • Look away from the display frequently. Don’t face a wall so that you can look up from the screen and into the distance.
Bluetooth — 29 • Position the display to avoid glare from overhead lighting. Adjust the display to achieve an optimal viewing angle as shown above. • Approximately arms-length is a good viewing distance to the display. • Use a comfortable chair that provides good back support. • Sit up straight, with your shoulders back in a relaxed position. • Adjust your chair so that your thighs are paralllel to the floor.
30 — Caring for your computer Caring for your computer After you unpack your computer, store the packing materials in case you want to ship the computer or if you have to return it for servicing. Your notebook computer is a precision instrument that should be handled with care. Use common sense and follow the guidlines below, and your computer will last you for many years. Things not to do with your computer • Do not twist the display sideways or bend it upwards at only one corner.
Cleaning the computer — 31 Cleaning the computer Before cleaing the computer, turn it off, unplug the ac adapter, and then remove the battery. Wipe the display with a clean soft cloth. If you use a mild glass cleaner to clean the display, spray a little on the cloth and then wipe the display. Do not spray cleaner directly onto the display. Clean the outside of the computer case with a soft cloth. You can moisten the cloth with a non-alkaline detergent.
32 — The BIOS setup utility The BIOS setup utility The BIOS setup utility lets you change core settings on your computer such as the system time, boot order, and auto-repeat rate for your keyboard. Most users will find the default settings are already optimal for their needs. Be clear on changes your make to the BIOS. Choosing incorrect settings can cause your computer not to boot up. Accessing the BIOS setup When you turn on your computer a message “Press F2 to enter BIOS” appears.
The Advanced menu — 33 SYSTEM TIME Sets your system to the time that you specify (usually the current time). The format is hour, minute, second. Insert the appropriate information. Use the Tab or Shift + Tab keys to move between the hour, minute, and second fields. SYSTEM DATE Sets your system to the date that you specify (usually the current date). The format is month, day, year. Type in the appropriate information. Use the Tab or Shift + Tab keys to move between the month, day, and year fields.
34 — The BIOS setup utility The Intel menu Select the item from the menu bar to display the following menu: The Security menu Select the item from the menu bar to display the following menu: Flybook
The Boot menu — 35 The Boot menu Select the item from the menu bar to display the following menu: The Exit menu After you finish making changes to the BIOS use the Exit menu to close the BIOS setup and restart your system.
36 — The BIOS setup utility Flybook
Tips for Troubleshooting — 37 Troubleshooting and specifications Tips for Troubleshooting In each problem-specific section, try the steps in the order suggested. This may help you to solve the problem more quickly. Try to pin point the problem and thus avoid replacing non-defective parts. Keep a record of the steps you take when troubleshooting: The information may be useful when calling for technical support or for passing on to service personnel.
38 — Troubleshooting and specifications General Hardware Problems A few common hardware problems and suggested solutions are presented in the table below: THE DISPLAY SCREEN IS DARK. Adjust the screen brightness. Make sure that the computer is not in suspend mode. AN INCORRECT DATE AND TIME ARE DISPLAYED. Correct the date and time using the DOS DATE and TIME commands or the options in the Setup Utility.
Identifying Problems — 39 THE COMPUTER DOES NOT START OR BOOT-UP If the power indicator is not on, the computer is without power. Make sure you have properly attached the AC adapter and power cord, or have installed a charged battery. If the computer is running on battery power, ensure that the battery charge is not low. If the battery appears to be charged, it may be faulty. If the computer is using the AC adapter, ensure that the AC outlet, airplane seat jack, or car cigarette lighter are working.
40 — Troubleshooting and specifications NO AUDIO OUTPUT The audio system is closed or the volume of audio system is too low. Use hot keys or Flybook Control Center to open the audio system and adjust the volume. The audio output is disabled or too low for the audio application. Open the audio output and adjust the volume. When plugging an earphone or external speaker into the earphone/line-out jack, the built-in speakers are disabled automatically.
Having the VM Serviced — 41 Check the setting of the protocol, work group, shared setting, and IP address. CANNOT CHARGE BATTERY OR LOSING POWER QUICKLY Verify that the battery is properly installed and it is not too hot or too cold. Calibrate the battery. The installed battery may be faulty. Replace it with a new one. Having the VM Serviced If you are unable to solve the problem, you should have the computer serviced. Pack the computer in the original carton.
42 — Specifications Specifications Model VM Wireless PAN: Wireless LAN: Processor: Main Memory: Core Logic: Chipset: Display: Bluetooth 2.0 with antenna built-in IEEE 802.11 a/b/g (Intel 3945) with antenna built-in (Europe / NA / Japan) Intel LV DUO 1.66GHz 1 ~ 2GB DDR2 Intel 945GM ICH7M 12.1” / 16:10 wide-view Color LTPS TFT LCD with (32-bit) 1280 x 768 high resolutions display Hard Disk: DVD: BIOS and Flash External VGA Display LAN: Camera: Audio: Authentication: Other I/O ports: 1.
Having the VM Serviced — 43 DC-IN POWER SUPPLY (THROUGH DC-IN POWER JACK): Input rating: 19Vdc, 3.42A , 65W Maximum operating temperature (ambient): 40 28 degree C AC ADAPTER: Model no.: SADP-65KB DBE Input rating: 100-240Vac, 50-60Hz, 1.5A Output rating:19Vdc, 3.
44 — Specifications Flybook